Tennessee 2025-2026 Regular Session

Tennessee House Bill HR0295

Introduced
4/23/26  
Enrolled
4/23/26  

Caption

A RESOLUTION to honor Sarah Houston for her exceptional leadership and to commend Protect Our Aquifer for its efforts to safeguard Tennessee's water resources.

Impact

The resolution serves to underscore the importance of protecting groundwater resources from contamination and overuse. It promotes awareness about the sustainability of these resources and encourages community engagement in environmental advocacy. By recognizing the efforts of organizations like Protect Our Aquifer, HR0295 aims to inspire ongoing initiatives that support safe drinking water access for both current and future generations of Tennesseans. Such awareness can influence state laws relating to environmental protections and water management policies.

Summary

HR0295 is a resolution that honors Sarah Houston for her exceptional leadership as the Executive Director of Protect Our Aquifer, a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving Tennessee's drinking water resources. The resolution highlights Houston's commitment to environmental stewardship and public health, showcasing her role in advocating for the protection of the Memphis Sand Aquifer. This aquifer is recognized as one of the purest and most critical sources of drinking water in the United States, emphasizing the significance of her work.

Contention

While HR0295 primarily focuses on honoring Sarah Houston and her organization, the implications of the resolution reach into broader discussions about environmental policy in Tennessee. Acknowledging the challenges faced in safeguarding water resources poses an implicit call to action for legislators and stakeholders regarding environmental protection laws. The resolution reflects a growing recognition of the need for sustainable practices and responsible management of natural resources, which may spur further discussions or actions in the legislative arena around water safety and environmental health.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TN HJR0670

A RESOLUTION to honor Bobbie Patray for her many years of service to Eagle Forum and leadership in the State of Tennessee.

TN HJR0153

A RESOLUTION to honor and commend Dr. Charles Kimbrough for his outstanding community leadership.

TN SR483

A resolution honoring the extraordinary life, leadership, and legacy of Dr. Jane Goodall.

TN HR0194

A RESOLUTION to commend Shamariah Houston for exemplary service as a legislative intern.

TN SB863

Relating to water withdrawn from the Edwards Aquifer and to the use of certain reclaimed water in an aquifer storage and recovery project.

TN HJR0121

A RESOLUTION to honor the memory of Sarah Lee Best.

TN HR7001

A RESOLUTION to honor and commend Luemma McWilliams for her exceptional service to the State of Tennessee.

TN SR0419

A RESOLUTION to honor and commend Travis Houston, 2026 Salutatorian at Hamilton High School.

TN HR0241

A RESOLUTION to honor and commend Young, Gifted & Green and Founder LaTricea Adams for extraordinary leadership in advancing environmental justice and public health equity.

TN HR0293

A RESOLUTION to honor Johnnie Mosley for his distinguished leadership and service as Founding Chairman of Citizens for Better Service and to commend the advocacy of the Memphis Bus Riders Union.

Similar Bills

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